Colorado state park swim areas and beaches remain closed to protect public health

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado Parks and Wildlife are reminding everyone that the swim and beach areas in the state parks will remain closed for Memorial Day weekend and until further notice due to COVID-19.

Until further notice designated swim and beach areas remain closed to public use at the following state parks:

Boyd Lake State Park

Chatfield State Park

Cherry Creek State Park

Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Highline Lake State Park

James M. Robb – Island Acres

John Martin Reservoir State Park

Lake Pueblo State Park

Lathrop State Park

North Sterling State Park

Ridgway State Park

Stagecoach State Park

Steamboat Lake State Park

“We want people to get out and enjoy the outdoors, but to also do so safely,” Northeast Region Manager Mark Leslie said. “We hope people enjoy and celebrate the holiday responsibly, following public health orders and leave no trace principles.”

CPW rangers will be present to regulate social distancing and monitor capacities at state parks for the holiday weekend. They may close other areas if they find overcrowding is posing a risk to public health.